System Administrator Jobs in Texas
System Administrator jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in enterprise technology, healthcare IT, financial services, and defense contracting, with openings at every level from help-desk adjacent junior roles through senior infrastructure engineers. The busiest hiring markets are Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where companies like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and USAA maintain large IT operations and continuously bring on systems talent. Network administration, cloud infrastructure, and Microsoft Active Directory management are the specialties appearing most consistently across Texas postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.
Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.
What You'll Get to Do
The EHS Data Analyst and System Administrator is focused on supporting the organization's environmental, health & safety (EHS) and environmental, social & governance (ESG) data management, analytics, reporting, and technology platforms while ensuring compliance with internal and external reporting requirements and reports to the Director of EHS.
This role is perfect for an individual who is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and thrives in a collaborative, multi-functional environment. A vital member of the Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability Team, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.
Job responsibilities include:
- Provide data analysis for EHS and ESG metrics tracking and reporting requirements, including leading and lagging safety indicators, environmental performance metrics, climate risk reporting, and federal, state, provincial, and other regulatory reporting obligations.
- Support the deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ESG data collection, compilation, and reporting processes, including preparation of reports for senior leadership and Board-level audiences.
- Serve as the system administrator for EHS online platforms, including user management, training, adoption support, and ongoing system optimization.
- Analyze EHS and ESG data, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and communicate findings through dashboards, reports, and presentations to leadership and stakeholders.
- Support chemical management reporting and disclosure requirements, including PFAS, plastics registry reporting, TSCA disclosures, and collaboration with internal teams, external consultants, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or a related field.
- Strong technical expertise in data analytics, visualization, and reporting tools, including Power BI, Tableau, Excel, SQL, database management, data lakes, and ETL processes.
- Experience supporting environmental, health & safety (EHS), ESG, sustainability, compliance, or related reporting programs and familiarity with safety management systems (SMS), environmental compliance management systems (ECMS), and ESG reporting platforms.
- Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions, locations, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders.
- Demonstrated innovation mindset with the ability to improve processes, automate reporting workflows, reduce administrative burden, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
What OBE Offers You
- Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
- Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
- Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
- Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
OBE Privacy Policy
OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.
Come Join Us!
From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.
Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.
What You'll Get to Do
The EHS Data Analyst and System Administrator is focused on supporting the organization's environmental, health & safety (EHS) and environmental, social & governance (ESG) data management, analytics, reporting, and technology platforms while ensuring compliance with internal and external reporting requirements and reports to the Director of EHS.
This role is perfect for an individual who is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and thrives in a collaborative, multi-functional environment. A vital member of the Environmental Health, Safety and Sustainability Team, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.
Job responsibilities include:
- Provide data analysis for EHS and ESG metrics tracking and reporting requirements, including leading and lagging safety indicators, environmental performance metrics, climate risk reporting, and federal, state, provincial, and other regulatory reporting obligations.
- Support the deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ESG data collection, compilation, and reporting processes, including preparation of reports for senior leadership and Board-level audiences.
- Serve as the system administrator for EHS online platforms, including user management, training, adoption support, and ongoing system optimization.
- Analyze EHS and ESG data, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and communicate findings through dashboards, reports, and presentations to leadership and stakeholders.
- Support chemical management reporting and disclosure requirements, including PFAS, plastics registry reporting, TSCA disclosures, and collaboration with internal teams, external consultants, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Business Analytics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or a related field.
- Strong technical expertise in data analytics, visualization, and reporting tools, including Power BI, Tableau, Excel, SQL, database management, data lakes, and ETL processes.
- Experience supporting environmental, health & safety (EHS), ESG, sustainability, compliance, or related reporting programs and familiarity with safety management systems (SMS), environmental compliance management systems (ECMS), and ESG reporting platforms.
- Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions, locations, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders.
- Demonstrated innovation mindset with the ability to improve processes, automate reporting workflows, reduce administrative burden, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
What OBE Offers You
- Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
- Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
- Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
- Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
OBE Privacy Policy
OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.
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System Administrator Job Market in Texas
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Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in system administrator jobs across Texas.
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification strongly preferred by most Texas employers
- Hands-on experience managing Windows Server and Active Directory environments required
- Proficiency with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V expected at most levels
- Familiarity with cloud platforms including Microsoft Azure or AWS increasingly required
- Experience supporting network infrastructure including routers, switches, and firewalls
- Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and connectivity issues across enterprise environments
System Administrator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a system administrator in Texas?
Texas has no state-issued license specific to system administration, so the path runs through vendor-neutral and vendor certifications alongside a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Most Texas employers want at minimum a CompTIA A+ or Network+ credential for entry roles, with Microsoft, Cisco, or VMware certifications carrying weight at mid and senior levels. An associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field strengthens a candidacy meaningfully, though demonstrated hands-on lab experience can substitute at smaller Texas employers.
How much do system administrators make in Texas?
System administrators in Texas earn a median of about $101,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,650 for the lowest 10% to over $155,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire system administrators in Texas?
Employers hiring system administrators in Texas right now include Empower AI, Raytheon, and University Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, major financial institutions, and large regional health systems means consistent, recurring demand for systems talent beyond typical tech-company cycles.
Which Texas cities have the most system administrator jobs?
Houston, Austin, and San Antonio account for the largest share of system administrator openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its density of corporate headquarters, financial services firms, and telecom companies, while Houston's energy sector and Texas Medical Center drive sustained IT infrastructure demand, and Austin's expanding tech industry continues pulling in systems professionals at a steady pace.
Are there remote system administrator jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're less common than for purely analytical or software roles because system administration often involves hands-on work with physical servers, network hardware, and on-site infrastructure. About 22% of system administrator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote arrangements most often available for cloud-focused roles or monitoring and scripting responsibilities that don't require physical presence.
How can I get hired as a system administrator in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a help desk or IT support role, which large Texas employers like Texas Health Resources, H-E-B, and the University of Texas system regularly post at the associate level with minimal experience required. Earning CompTIA A+ before applying gives an immediate edge. From a help desk position, candidates can move laterally into junior sysadmin duties within one to two years by volunteering for server and network tasks and pursuing Network+ or Microsoft certifications while employed.
Where can I find and apply to system administrator jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to system administrator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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